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The RTD800 features independent Overdrive and Distortion ci ... Read more

The RTD800 features independent Overdrive and Distortion circuits combined with a dual triode tube to offer a massive array of saturated tones, from traditional tube overdrive through full-on gated metal distortion. No other tube overdrive pedal offers this degree of versatility in a single package. The selectable Overdrive and Distortion modes are configured as follows: The Overdrive circuit features two stages of clipping - a bi-directional clipping diode in the feedback loop of the op-amp and then a single-diode in the second stage for asymmetrical clipping. The Distortion circuit also features two clipping stages, but configured differently - a bi-directional clipping diode in feedback of op-amp for stage 1, and then a 2nd stage with a passive bi-directional clipping circuit. Unlike other tube overdrive pedals, the RTD800 places the tube AFTER the OD/Distortion circuits, making it the best tube overdrive pedal to recreate an authentic tube-amp tone. Gain and Master Controls allow the user to dial the amount of distortion and output level. The three Tone controls are completely independent with no frequency overlap, allowing for an unprecedented degree of tonal options. Everything is kept clean and tight via the variable VCA Noise Reduction circuit, which features an LED status indicator and On/Off switch. In addition, the RTD800 features a Foot switchable Boost function that can be varied between 3-9 dB via an internal trim pot. Like all Maxon products, the RTD800 features True Mechanical Bypass switching using a 3PDT switch. The RTD800 comes complete with the Maxon AC2009 9-Volt power supply, an auto sensing digital power supply that can be used anywhere in the world. When you require an unparalleled variety of REAL-tube tones, only the Maxon RTD800 will do. Minimize

Hailed by Emperor Joseph II of Austria as the greatest over ... Read more

Hailed by Emperor Joseph II of Austria as the greatest overdrive yet made, the Vermilion SuperDrive has redefined the concept of 'amp in a box'. With a simplified layout and intuitive operation, the ToadWorks Vermilion stands above the competition. Add in the incredibly complex EQ curve and smooth breakup, and Vermilion is in a class of it's own. Minimize

The Nova System is the complete, floor-based effects soluti ... Read more

The Nova System is the complete, floor-based effects solution for the dedicated guitar player who wants the ultimate combination of operational simplicity and audio superiority. The Nova System is an all-analog programmable distortion/overdrive section under preset and expression control that includes an arrray of effects taken straight from the king of floor-based processors; G-System: top-notch compression, EQ, noise gate, modulation, pitch, delay and reverb right at your feet. Minimize

BP 6 C-SERIES PREAMPLIFIERS The Bryston BP-6 C-Series pream ... Read more

BP 6 C-SERIES PREAMPLIFIERS The Bryston BP-6 C-Series preamplifier is a simplified state of the art preamplifier offering 4 high level stereo inputs. Bryston’s BP-6 combines outstanding function with complete musical accuracy. It provides an exact duplication of the original recording experience without distortion or coloration. Bryston proprietary Class A Discrete Operational Amplifiers are used throughout. All signal circuitry is fully discrete to avoid the compromises phase shift and nonlinearities inherent in IC’s. Controls are practical and convenient: source switching tape monitoring mute balance and volume. The BP-6 features four high level inputs. Output is provided by two pair of single-ended RCA outputs. A headphone output on the front panel allows for monitoring and private listening. A motor driven volume up/down hand held remote control is also available as an option if required. No internal wiring is designed into Bryston’s preamp circuitry. Components plug directly into boards eliminating variations in signal travel and wire interaction. Volume controls are laser trimmed to within 1/4 dB accuracy for a firm image balance between the left and right channels. Low output impedance and high current availability allow you to run long cables between the preamp and power amp without any loss of frequency response so you can position your amp as close to your speakers as possible. The BP-6 is also available with an optional internal MM Phono Stage (BP-6P) input or our now famous Digital (DAC) input BP-6 DA if required. The BP-6DA has a coaxial S/PDIF digital input . Anyone who is tired of the marginal sound quality coming from the analog outputs of their CD or DVD player should strongly consider this system. The Bryston DAC provides an easy upgrade path that will substantially increase the resolution of your audio system. Minimize

The Pigtronix Philosopher King is a compressor, sustainer, ... Read more

The Pigtronix Philosopher King is a compressor, sustainer, distortion and polyphonic amplitude synthesizer. Combining our award-winning Philosopher's Tone circuit with a next generation envelope generator, the Philosopher King takes tone several steps further with a full set of ADSR controls including swell, fade, hold level, speed range, one-shot mode, selectable auto reset, CV i/o and expression pedals for swell and fade times. Minimize

Why have the basic laws of electrodynamics been disregarded ... Read more

Why have the basic laws of electrodynamics been disregarded in the design of loudspeaker operations? A frank exposure of the flaws of voltage drive and a thorough, groundbreaking guide to the physically reasonable way of operating electrodynamic loudspeakers - current-drive. The author argues that the sound quality of virtually all existing speaker systems has been severely impaired by the manifoldly indefinite electromotive forces induced in the voice coil (arising from both motion and inductance), that corrupt the flow of current; and what's dramatic - the measurable evidence is plain and overwhelming. These inherent EMFs in themselves can never be suppressed by any kind of amplifier, but their detrimental effect on current and hence on sonic performance can be eliminated by adequate source impedance. Thus, the secret of valve amplifiers also becomes apparent. Written for all from the academic community to lay hobbyists. Besides new concepts for amplifier and speaker design and demonstrative projects, the book also features novel ideas for modelling, filter design, measurements, and protection; and an enlightening tutorial on analogue linear systems. For more details and sample pages, visit www.current-drive.info. Note also the comments below one review. Minimize

The Wampler Triple Wreck high gain distortion pedal... When ... Read more

The Wampler Triple Wreck high gain distortion pedal... When Wampler thought of this pedal, it was decided that they would take no prisoners, they would produce a pedal with so much gain it would wipe the floor of anything else. Minimize

Who says stompboxes are just for guitarists? The new, easy- ... Read more

Who says stompboxes are just for guitarists? The new, easy-to-use VE-20 has been designed from the ground up for singers, featuring some of the finest vocal-effects technology on the market. With the click of a footswitch, you can instantly add lush vocal layers and harmonies to your singing, add realtime pitch-correction, and you can show your creative side with special effects such as Distortion, Radio, and Strobe. You can even create loops and layers in real time with the onboard Phrase Looper. Perform anywhere with the VE-20 since it runs on AC or battery power. Minimize

Grady Martin plays the memorable riff on Roy Orbison's "Oh ... Read more

Grady Martin plays the memorable riff on Roy Orbison's "Oh Pretty Woman." That alone makes him candidate for Rock'n'Roll sainthood. However, he also helped invent 'guitar distortion.' A tube was blown in the middle of a take at a Marty Robbins session and the resulting fuzz-toned solo was left in the song, the 1961 smash hit "Don't Worry." Besides Chet Atkins, Martin was the only studio musician to play with both Hank Williams AND Elvis Presley. Grady Martin is one of the true legends of Nashville's original "A-Team". Though studio musicians in those days rarely received credit for their work, Martin's efforts didn't go unnoticed. Producers often designated him "session leader," which meant he led the musicians and directed the impromptu arrangements that became a landmark of Nashville sessions. Here are 32 of Grady Martin's greatest moments....listen and weep, oh ye of little faith! Minimize

The Dwarfcraft Synth Mangler distortion guitar effects peda ... Read more

The Dwarfcraft Synth Mangler distortion guitar effects pedal boasts a pair of Devi's flagship Soda Meisers with all the trimmings, and of course, its own joystick. The Synth Mangler's joystick controls the intensity of the fuzz. The Soda Meiser can be a meaty rhythm fuzz, but where it excels is the squelching electronic octave up violence, splattery noise, and angry howling oscillation. The closer the joystick is to the Volume knob, the more intense it is. The Noise and Chaos toggle switches bring out additional hisses and brightness for screaming guitar distortion, even in lower-gain settings.Synth Mangler 1 switchSynth Mangler 1 noise toggleSynth Mangler 1 chaos toggleSynth Mangler 1 volume knobSynth Mangler 2 switchSynth Mangler 2 noise toggleSynth Mangler 2chaos toggleSynth Mangler 2volume knobMaster joystickLEDs Minimize

Limited Edition Purple Plexi HW 100 Handwired Lovepedal, ma ... Read more

Limited Edition Purple Plexi HW 100 Handwired Lovepedal, made in the USA. he Lovepedal Purple Plexi in its latest incarnation, the Purple Plexi 100. The Lovepedal Purple Plexi 100 HW utilizes a MOSFET master level recovery amp and a Gain/Bias adjustment that controls 3 parameters simultaneously for an incredibly smooth, amp-like tone. The Input Frequency control acts more like a voice control depending on the Gain setting. The Lovepedal Purple Plexi 100 pulls no punches as it turns any amp into a classic high-gain monster dripping with harmonics and saturation with sustain that sings out and incredible dynamic response. This is a limited pedal that is very purple and very cool. The Lovepedal Purple Plexi 100 is the go to pedal for Plexi lovers and rockers alike able to cop any classic Plexi sound as well as get the more modern gain that rock requires. Minimize

Vintage Guitars Electric Guitars Acoustic Guitars Bass Guit ... Read more

Vintage Guitars Electric Guitars Acoustic Guitars Bass Guitars Amps Effects Pickups Accessories Brand New - Authorized Dealer JoeMeek gbQ Distortion/Equalizer TWO FREE CABLES + GIFT! ZERO TAX -FAST SHIP-AUTH DLR JoeMeek gbQ Distortion/Equalizer JoeMeek gbQ Distortion/Equalizer Description Joemeek makes uncompromisingly excellent, top-shelf gear, and the gbQ distortion pedal is a perfect example. Thanks to an onboard FET Class-A preamp, a Structure control, a 3-band MeEQualizer, and other great Minimize

They say you have to "pay your dues to sing the blues," but ... Read more

They say you have to "pay your dues to sing the blues," but the Behringer Blues Overdrive BO300 makes that a thing of the past. You get all the classic blues tones, from sweet and sassy to overtly obnoxious, with just a simple twist of the dial - and BO300 club membership can be yours for a song! Classic Tone. Whether you seek the warm, vintage tube-amp howl that defined the electric blues, or the searing, saturated distortion that can level a juke joint, the BO300 can accommodate. And just like those classic amps of yesteryear, the BO300 is incredibly responsive to your playing, allowing every nuance of your style to shine through. Ease of Use Create precisely the sound you want with the dedicated LEVEL, TONE and GAIN controls. A blue status LED tells you when it's on or off, and you can run the BO300 on a 9 V battery or the optional DC power supply (not included). Thanks to its top-quality on/off switch, you get pristine signal integrity in bypass mode. Value, Whether you make your home in either the Mississippi- or the Nile-Delta, your sound will be pure blues with the Blues Overdrive BO300. And you won't have to sell your soul to get one - the BO300 is so affordable. Test drive one today at your Behringer dealer. Designed for use with: Guitar/Bass/Keyboards Minimize